Head of Legal

<p data-path-to-node="3">We are a crypto-native investment fund at the frontier of Decentralized Finance (DeFi). As we deploy capital into the most innovative protocols and infrastructure projects, we are seeking a&nbsp;<strong data-path-to-node="3" data-index-in-node="190">Head of Legal</strong> to architect our global fund structures and navigate the rapidly evolving intersection of traditional finance and blockchain technology.</p> <hr data-path-to-node="4"> <h3 data-path-to-node="5"><strong data-path-to-node="5" data-index-in-node="0">Your Core Responsibilities</strong></h3> <ul data-path-to-node="6"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,0,0">Lead the legal design and maintenance of investment vehicles across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring they are optimized for crypto-native institutional and retail participation.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,1,0">Develop and oversee a robust compliance framework that addresses AML/KYC requirements, securities laws, and evolving regulatory mandates in key global markets.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,2,0">Manage the legal lifecycle of deal flows, from reviewing SAFEs/SAFTs and token purchase agreements to overseeing complex DeFi-native investment strategies.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,3,0">Act as the primary point of contact for regulators and external counsel, staying ahead of legislative changes that impact DeFi and digital asset management.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,4,0">Establish internal legal protocols for treasury management, employee incentive schemes (token options), and corporate governance.</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-path-to-node="7"> <h3 data-path-to-node="8"><strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="0">Who You Are</strong></h3> <ul data-path-to-node="9"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,0,0">You have extensive experience in high-level investment management and understand how to bridge the gap between "Code is Law" and traditional legal frameworks.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,1,0">You don't just understand law; you understand smart contracts, liquidity pools, and the unique legal challenges of non-custodial investment strategies.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,2,0">You are comfortable making high-stakes decisions in "grey" regulatory areas, providing clear, actionable advice rather than just listing risks.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,3,0">You are adept at managing a network of international law firms to ensure seamless operations across different regulatory regimes.</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-path-to-node="10"> <h3 data-path-to-node="11"><strong data-path-to-node="11" data-index-in-node="0">Requirements</strong></h3> <ul data-path-to-node="12"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="12,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="12,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">10+ years</strong> of legal experience, with a significant portion spent in <strong data-path-to-node="12,0,0" data-index-in-node="67">Investment Management</strong> (Hedge Funds, PE, or VC).</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="12,1,0">Proven track record in a <strong data-path-to-node="12,1,0" data-index-in-node="25">Senior Legal role</strong> within the crypto/Web3 sector.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="12,2,0">Deep knowledge of global securities laws and the regulatory landscape for <strong data-path-to-node="12,2,0" data-index-in-node="74">DeFi</strong>.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="12,3,0">Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree and active bar membership in good standing.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="12,4,0">Experience with cross-border tax structuring and offshore fund jurisdictions (e.g., Cayman, BVI, Singapore, etc.).</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p>